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SUMMARY:Fitness in the Park: Yoga with Speakeasy
DESCRIPTION:Harness your strength\, enhance your mobility\, and create a deeper connection with yourself. Join Tori for a dynamic physical yoga practice that will guide you through a breath focused flow that is both empowering and meditative. New to yoga? Not to worry. This class has something for all levels\, and a variety of variations are offered throughout so you can find the most benefit for your time on the mat\, and in turn feel your best off of it\, too! Remember to bring your own mat\, water bottle\, and towels. Weather Dependent. All ages. Free.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/fitness-in-the-park-yoga-with-speakeasy-2/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:RiverScape MetroPark\, 237 E Monument Ave\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
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SUMMARY:Cassidy Daniels
DESCRIPTION:August 29 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nRick & Tawnya Stover’s Blues Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nCountry/Rock/Southern Soul \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCassidy Daniels is a Nashville-based artist and songwriter with a voice as soulful as her southern roots. The North Carolina-native grew up in a military household where she and her family moved across the country multiple times over\, leading her to claim Kentucky and Florida as additional home states where she spent a great deal of her childhood. \nFollowing her move to Nashville\, Tennessee\, Cassidy signed a publishing deal with Liz Rose Music in 2019. Since then\, she has been building a catalog of music that reflects her storytelling instincts and bold perspective. In 2025\, she added Laguna Madre Management to her team\, further cementing her place as one of country music’s most exciting rising voices. \nCassidy recently made waves as a Top Three Finalist on the CBS/Paramount TV series The Road and has continued to carve out her lane as both a recording artist and a sought-after writer. \nCassidy has shared the stage with icons like Willie Nelson\, Florida Georgia Line\, and Billy Currington\, captivating crowds with her signature blend of grit and vulnerability. Her presence is also reaching beyond the stage: she’s set to appear in the upcoming Yellowstone spin-off Dutton Ranch\, performing multiple original songs. \nWith momentum on the road\, in the studio\, and on screen\, Cassidy Daniels is quickly becoming a standout star in the next wave of country music. \nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series Opener: SAM KING & THE SUSPECTS
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/cassidy-daniels/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Art in the City 2026
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T121344Z
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SUMMARY:Vinyl Vinyl Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Sunday – Vinyl Vinyl Sunday – bring your records\, we’ll play ’em
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/vinyl-vinyl-sundays/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T180000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T132012Z
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SUMMARY:Artist in Training (AIT) Program
DESCRIPTION:After school Artist in Training program geared for grades 3rd-12th grades. Classes are Monday-Wednesdays from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Open Studio time to explore different types of mediums such as Drawing\, Painting\, Clay\, Digital Art.  20.00 per session for Members/40.00 per session for Non-Members.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/artist-in-training-ait-program-2/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:K12 Gallery & TEJAS\, 341 S. Jefferson St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Art in the City 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
CREATED:20260511T120150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T120150Z
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SUMMARY:Community Gardening at Cooper Park
DESCRIPTION:Hang with your neighbors at the Cooper Park Community Garden (behind the downtown library) as we weed\, admire the native flowers\, pick vegetables\, water\, and do other gardening tasks as needed throughout the season. All skill and ability levels are welcome! Contribute what you can and take what you need.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/community-gardening-at-cooper-park/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Cooper Park
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
CREATED:20260626T115947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T115947Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Our Fire Is Stronger Than Your Bombs
DESCRIPTION:On February 24\, 2022\, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war continues until now\, ruining the lives of millions of people and uprooting the principles of civilized life as we know it. The goal of the exhibition is to raise awareness of the war still raging in the heart of Europe. Our exhibit showcases some of the brilliant artworks of contemporary Ukrainian illustrators living and working in Ukraine\, sometimes\, with no power\, water\, cell signal\, or Internet connection. Many of them have long collaborated with global media\, in particular The New Yorker\, The Atlantic\, Zeit\, Adweek\, and other outlets. The 25 posters on display have been created by 9 emerging and well-established illustrators since the start of the full-scale invasion. A poster\, as a form of fine art blending imagery and text\, is a convenient and iconic statement\, a means of rapid\, shareable response to the urgent events and personal emotions they trigger. In the context of the massive information war\, illustrators have become the voices of the art community\, and their activism adds tangible strength to the ‘cultural troops’ who fight propaganda every day\, broadcasting facts through artistic images and defending the truth as eyewitnesses. \n 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-our-fire-is-stronger-than-your-bombs-2/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:The International Peace Museum\, 10 N. Ludlow St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T230000
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SUMMARY:Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays – Karaoke with @raineyday.entertainment – $5 off full draft flights until 9 p.m.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/karaoke-2/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:The Barrel House\, 417 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190500
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SUMMARY:Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
DESCRIPTION:Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports – see the Dayton Dragons play baseball at Day Air Ballpark! For tickets and more information\, visit www.daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-dragons-vs-west-michigan-whitecaps/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Day Air Ballpark\, 220 North Patterson Blvd.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T230000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
CREATED:20250318T140916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T140916Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke with Zane
DESCRIPTION:Yellow Cab Tavern Karaoke is BACK every Tuesday at 8pm with MC Zane Gerlach!\nEntry is always free!\nWith a catalog of over 60\,000 songs\, we have your favorites to sing…and if we don’t\, we’ll do everything we can to get it for you!\nGet your friends and family together and we’ll see you on Tuesday nights at The Yellow Cab Tavern!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/karaoke-with-zane/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Yellow Cab Tavern\, 700 E 4th St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
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SUMMARY:Fighters for Freedom: William H. Johnson Picturing Justice
DESCRIPTION:June 27–September 13\, 2026\, Gallery 120 \nWilliam H. Johnson (1901–1970) painted the Fighters for Freedom series in the mid-1940s as tribute to African American activists\, scientists\, teachers and performers as well as international leaders working to bring peace to the world. It was his last body of work. This landmark exhibition brings together—for the first time since 1946—34 paintings featured in the series\, drawn from the collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM). This nationally traveling exhibition is accompanied by a scholarly\, full-color exhibition catalog. \nOf the series\, SAAM states: “The exhibition illuminates the extraordinary life and contributions of Johnson\, an artist associated with the Harlem Renaissance but whose practice spanned several continents\, as well as the contributions of historical figures he depicted. Some of his Fighters—Marian Anderson\, George Washington Carver\, Mohandas Gandhi\, and Harriet Tubman—are familiar figures; others—Nannie Helen Burroughs and William Grant Still\, among them—are less well-known individuals whose achievements have been eclipsed over time. Johnson celebrates their accomplishments even as he acknowledges the realities of racism\, oppression and sometimes violence they faced and overcame. Johnson clues viewers to significant episodes in the Fighters lives by punctuating each portrait with tiny buildings\, flags and vignettes that give insight into their stories. Using a colorful palette to create evocative scenes and craft important narratives\, he suggests that the pursuit of freedom is an ongoing\, interconnected struggle\, with moments of both triumph and tragedy.”
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/fighters-for-freedom-william-h-johnson-picturing-justice-3/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:The Dayton Art Institute\, 456 Belmonte Park N\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of The Dayton Woman’s Club
DESCRIPTION:Take a guided tour of this historic Victorian mansion\, circa 1850! Learn about the building’s history and the founding women who were community leaders and used the Club to promote music\, art\, education\, civil rights\, and suffrage. \nHouse tours are typically given on the first Wednesday of the month at 1pm – dates subject to change. \nADVANCE ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED: $10 per person suggested donation
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-dayton-womans-club/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:The Dayton Woman’s Club\, 225 N Ludlow St\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraiser,Community,Education,Museum / History,Nonprofits & Grants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
CREATED:20260406T173924Z
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SUMMARY:Collage Night
DESCRIPTION:Come get creative in a relaxed\, welcome space–no experience necessary! We’ll provide materials\, or feel free to bring your own. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to unwind and try something new\, this night is all about making\, experimenting\, and connecting with others through art. Free .
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/collage-night/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Dayton\, 25 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111659
CREATED:20260630T143229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T143229Z
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SUMMARY:DCDC “Taking it to the Streets”
DESCRIPTION:DCDC “Taking it to the Streets”\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 3 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nPNC Community Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin DCDC for Taking It to the Streets\, an energetic evening of music and movement celebrating community\, rhythm\, and connection. Through dynamic performance and powerful artistry\, the show brings people together for a joyful experience that fills downtown Dayton with creativity and soul. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a night where music\, dance\, and community take center stage.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dcdc-taking-it-to-the-streets/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
CREATED:20241216T140625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T135446Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday
DESCRIPTION:The beginning of every month starts with a bang in downtown Dayton. First Friday is a free art hop featuring exhibit openings at the galleries\, along with a variety of entertainment options\, arts demonstrations\, live music and more. Add to that everything going on at the restaurants\, bars\, nightclubs\, theaters\, comedy club\, movie theater and more that make up the downtown mix. First Friday is presented by the Downtown Dayton Partnership. For more info and specific event details\, visit the First Friday Facebook page. 224-1518.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/first-friday/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Downtown Dayton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
CREATED:20260120T142604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T131353Z
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SUMMARY:Open House at the Front Street Studios
DESCRIPTION:Let the Front Street Studios be your one-stop-shopping location for art\, crafts\, photography\, vintage retail and so much more. Front Street has 150 studios/stores in 3 different historic buildings. Not only do we have an open-house every first Friday of the month\, but we are also open every Saturday from 11AM to 4PM.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/open-house-at-the-front-street-studios/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Front Street Galleries\, 1001 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
CREATED:20260603T142228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T142228Z
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SUMMARY:Birthday Candles
DESCRIPTION:Birthday Candles\n\n\n\nby Noah Haidle\nErnestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her insignificance in the universe. Soon enough\, it’s her 18th birthday. Even sooner\, her 41st. Her 70th. Her 101st. Five generations\, an infinity of dreams\, and one cake baked over a century. This sweet\, poignant\, and funny play takes you through the extraordinary moments that make up one woman’s ordinary life. \nBirthday Candles is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/birthday-candles-2/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Dayton Theatre Guild\, 430 Wayne Avenue\, Dayton\, OH\, 45410\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
CREATED:20260120T142703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T131547Z
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SUMMARY:Open House at the Front Street Studios
DESCRIPTION:Let the Front Street Studios be your one-stop-shopping location for art\, crafts\, photography\, vintage retail and so much more. Front Street has 150 studios/stores in 3 different historic buildings. Not only do we have an open-house every first Friday of the month\, but we are also open every Saturday from 11AM to 4PM.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/open-house-at-the-front-street-studios-2/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Front Street Galleries\, 1001 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T173000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
CREATED:20260630T143338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T143338Z
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SUMMARY:Reggae Fest w/ The Meditations
DESCRIPTION:Reggae Fest w/ The Meditations\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 5 @ 5:30 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nAmplified Series sponsored by City of Dayton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nReggae \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us this year as we celebrate Reggae Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nReggae Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:30 p.m. Da Squad\n6:45 p.m. Seefari\n8 p.m. The Meditations\n\nThe Meditations – are roots reggae legends whose harmonies helped shape the sound of reggae music for generations. Formed by Ansel Cridland\, Danny Clarke\, and Winston Watson\, the group rose to international acclaim with songs and albums that became part of reggae’s foundation.\nTheir voices can be heard alongside icons including Bob Marley\, Jimmy Cliff\, Gregory Isaacs\, Lee “Scratch” Perry\, Sly and Robbie\, and more. From the historic One Love Peace Concert in 1978 to stages across the United States\, Europe\, and Africa\, The Meditations have carried the spirit of roots rock reggae around the world.\nToday\, Ansel Cridland continues the legacy with longtime collaborators Laury Webb and Daddylion Chandell\, bringing a sound rooted in harmony\, history\, and love. Their music is a celebration of resilience\, unity\, and the lasting power of reggae to bring people together. \nSeefari – Award-winning\, Critically-acclaimed Reggae/World Music Artist Seefari has received extensive radio airplay worldwide\, with heavy radio chart action and critical comparisons to reggae originators Bob Marley\, Dennis Brown\, Lee “Scratch” Perry and Pablo Moses. Tom “Seefari” Carroll has won numerous awards and his music has been featured on TV and in films. The singer\, producer and multi-instrumentalist has headlined countless festivals across the USA including four years headlining the Houston\, Texas-based Bob Marley Festival Tour. Fronting a world-class band featuring musicians he has worked with for decades\, Seefari’s live show mixes the soulful sound of classic reggae with healthy doses of dub\, rock\, jazz\, Latin and African influences. \nDa Squad – Dayton’s own Da Squad reggae band brings reggae rhythms and positive vibes to the stage with a sound rooted in community\, connection\, and live music. Join us on the lawn for a free\, family-friendly evening of music in the heart of downtown Dayton.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/reggae-fest-w-the-meditations/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
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SUMMARY:Hot Toddies Jazz Band
DESCRIPTION:Hot Toddies Jazz Band\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 10 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nBrytus-Wilkinson Family Jazz Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nJazz/Swing \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND are a fun-loving hot jazz & swing band from NYC. They have an eclectic mix of styles perfect for dancing\, lindy hop\, and good times! \nSince May 2022 the band has maintained a weekly residency at the prominent Manhattan nightclub\, Somewhere Nowhere\, and built it into one of the most popular jazz nights in New York City\, averaging over 300 people each night year-round. Playing to mixed crowds of swing dancers\, jazz fans\, and large numbers of 20-30 year olds (curious about jazz via social media)\, the band developed a unique & high energy approach to performing… as guitarist Justin Poindexter describes\, “a hard-swinging chemistry and spirited repertoire developed between our core group of musicians…” \nFounded in 2018\, the band quickly became one of the top swing bands on the scene in NYC\, the birthplace of the dance. In Summer 2023 they headlined the beloved outdoor swing dance at Lincoln Center in front of over 2\,000 people during “Summer for the City” (formerly Midsummer Night Swing). This was also the release of their debut full length album\, that was praised by critics\, on Jazz Charts for 3 weeks (hitting #11 on the NACC Top 30)\, and playing on over 50 radio stations nationwide. Their 2021 debut EP “Quarantine Tracks” featured wacky music videos for “Dunkin Bagel” and “Five O’clock Coffee” – both hitting over 100k views on social media. Their new album “Triple Step” will be released on all platforms on September 20th\, and available on CD\, cassette\, and vinyl. \nSharing their love of this music and connecting with swing communities and dancers everywhere is part of what inspires the band. This year the band toured extensively across the US\, driving nearly 5\,000 miles to play for swing dances in Austin\, Santa Fe\, Philadelphia\, Pittsburgh\, Rochester\, Denver\, Washington DC\, San Antonio\, Fort Worth; and at festivals such as Levitt Pavilion Dayton in Ohio\, Green Box in Colorado\, Hudson River Park in Manhattan\, Cornell University\, and headlined Lincoln Center’s “Summer for the City” (formerly Midsummer Night Swing) series bringing in an audience of over 2\,000 people. \nThe band also plays throughout NYC at acclaimed venues such as The Blue Note Jazz Club\, The Whitney Museum\, The Public Hotel\, Somewhere Nowhere\, The Players Club\, The Montauk Club\, The Standard\, The Backroom\, Foxtail; plus events such as The Gatsby Party\, Shanghai Mermaid\, Mad Hatter’s Ball\, Mardi Gras\, Gotham Jazz Festival\, International Lindy Hop Championships “After Party;” and private events for The Whitney Museum\, BizBash\, Nice Ltd\, The Red Cross\, BNI\, St Johns University\, Mann Investments\, among others. \nLed by noted composer / producer / drummer PATRICK SOLURI (Prohibition Productions)\, the band features some of today’s top musicians in the swing & trad jazz worlds including noted vocalists QUEEN ESTHER (James “Blood” Ulmer) and HANNAH GILL (Post Modern Jukebox); as well as trumpeter ALPHONSO HORNE (Jazz at Lincoln Center)\, Grammy winning reedman LINUS WYRSCH\, trombonist JAKE HANDELMAN (Gordon Webster Band)\, guitarist JUSTIN POINDEXTER (Jazz at Lincoln Center)\, and IAN HUTCHISON  (Sw!ng Out\, Eyal Vilner Big Band). \nProjects Unlimited & Wyse Family Foundation Gem Series Opener: EDDIE BROOKSHIRE QUARTET ft. Brenda Flowers
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/hot-toddies-jazz-band/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Joanne Shaw Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Joanne Shaw Taylor\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 11 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nRock/Blues \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoanne Shaw Taylor was discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics at the age of 16\, quickly earning a spot on tour with his supergroup\, D.U.P.\, and launching a remarkable career. Celebrated for her extraordinary guitar skills\, Joanne has garnered acclaim from notables like Jimmy Cliff\, Joe Bonamassa\, Stevie Wonder\, and Annie Lennox. By her 30s\, she became one of the most sought-after guitarists in rock. \nJoanne released her debut album\, White Sugar\, in 2009 on Ruf Records\, showcasing her distinct soulful voice and advanced songwriting. She followed with critically acclaimed albums like Diamonds In The Dirt (2010) and Almost Always Never (2012)\, which included the UK radio hit “Soul Station.” Her subsequent albums\, The Dirty Truth and Wild\, continued to build her reputation\, leading to a performance on BBC’s “Later with Jools Holland.” \nHer career milestone came with Reckless Heart (2019)\, which broke into the UK Top 20 Album Chart\, followed by The Blues Album (2021)\, produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith\, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Charts. Her next album\, Blues From The Heart Live\, also hit No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Album chart in 2022. \nHer 2024 release\, Heavy Soul\, also produced by Kevin Shirley\, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart. It has been celebrated for its fusion of contemporary soul-pop and traditional blues roots\, praised for its powerful lyrics and soul-stirring melodies. This album marks a significant evolution in her career\, showcasing her growth as an artist and solidifying her status as a dynamic force in the blues-rock world. \nNow\, Joanne is celebrating the release of her highly anticipated 10th studio album\, Black & Gold\, which also debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart. Produced by Kevin Shirley\, the album blends blues-rock with influences from Americana\, indie rock\, and retro ’80s pop\, further redefining the boundaries of the genre and marking a bold new chapter in Joanne’s prolific career.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/joanne-shaw-taylor/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer Band Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some summer fun with bands in the Biergarten every other Saturday all summer long! \nBi Weekly Saturdays from May – September 7-10pm\n5/16: Different and the Same\n6/13: The Wayward J\n6/27: Ethan Timm\n7/11: The Bowl Cuts\n7/25: Ollie’s Acoustic Jam\n8/8: Different and the Same\n8/22: Ben & Pete\n9/12: The Bowl Cuts\n9/19: No Refunds\n9/26: Chris Yakopcic
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/summer-band-series-2/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:The Dayton Beer Company\, 41 Madison St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month w/ Son del Caribe
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month w/ Son del Caribe\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 12 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Cincinnati-based Latin music ensemble Son Del Caribe is widely acknowledged by both dancers and listeners as the top salsa band in Ohio.  The band’s exciting\, energetic\, eclectic and very danceable pan-Caribbean\, pan-American sound includes salsa and other styles of Latin dance music such as merengue\, cumbia\, son\, bomba\, plena\, and bachata. \nSon Del Caribe has been the band accompanist of big artists\, who have been awarded the prestigious Grammy in Latin Music\, Lalo Rodriguez and Andy Montanez. Locally\, this talented ensemble has participated in concerts with international musical bands such as Grupo Niche and Puerto Rican Power. \nSon Del Caribe is led by the versatile trombonist Jaime Morales\, a top salsa musician from Puerto Rico who has played alongside such Latin music legends as Eddie Santiago\, Gilberto Santa Rosa\, and many others. \nSon Del Caribe performs regularly at universities\, Latin dance clubs\, concerts\, community events and music festivals in Cincinnati\, Dayton and throughout the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana tri-state area.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-w-son-del-caribe/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T111700
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SUMMARY:UD Adult Music Program ft. New Horizons and the Celebration Chorus
DESCRIPTION:UD Adult Music Program ft. New Horizons and the Celebration Chorus\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 17 @ 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nPNC Community Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe UD New Horizons Music Program and the Dayton Celebration Chorus bring the community together through the shared joy of music. Based at the University of Dayton\, these ensembles welcome adults of all experience levels\, creating a space where learning\, creativity\, and connection thrive side by side. \nThe UD New Horizons Music Program gives adults the opportunity to begin or continue their musical journey in a supportive and encouraging environment\, while the Dayton Celebration Chorus lifts audiences with rich harmonies and spirited performances. Together\, these groups celebrate lifelong learning and the power of music to build friendships\, inspire confidence\, and strengthen community. \nTheir performances are filled with heart\, energy\, and the kind of joy that reminds us music is for everyone.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/ud-adult-music-program-ft-new-horizons-and-the-celebration-chorus/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T173000
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SUMMARY:Jazz Fest w/ Lao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Fest w/ Lao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 19 @ 5:30 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\n\n/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeries:\n\n\n\n\nAmplified Series sponsored by City of Dayton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenre:\n\n\n\n\nJazz \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us this year as we celebrate Jazz Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nJazz Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:45 p.m. SaxTone Arrington\n6:45 p.m. Nasty Nati Brass Band\n8 p.m. Lao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin\n\n \nPhoto taken in Los Angeles on 04/24/24 \n\nLao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin – “Jazz Group of the Year” nominee\, The Lao Tizer Band feat Elliott Yamin\, make their return to Levitt Pavilion Dayton on Saturday\, September 19th in support of their new album & video release AMPLIFY. The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new original vocals and 4 new original instrumentals. The project was recorded and filmed all LIVE at legendary EastWest Studios in Hollywood with simultaneous 7-camera video shoot and a legendary cast of musicians. Please join us as the group takes you on a high-energy musical ride through a variety of flavors and styles with an all-star cast of musicians. \n  \n  \nNasty Nati Brass Band – The Nasty Nati Brass Band (NNBB)\, founded in 2012 and led by Trumpeter Mike Wade\, consists of a nine-member ensemble of brass\, saxophones and drums. Many of the songs they cover are Jazz\, Blues\, R&B and Rock rearranged and orchestrated to give it their own ‘Nasty Nati’ style. The band’s inspiration is from a long tradition of Brass Bands from New Orleans\, as well as marching bands from historically Black colleges and R&B funk Bands such as Earth Wind and Fire\, Chuck Brown and others. \n  \n  \n  \nSaxTone Arrington – Dayton saxophonist Anthony “SaxTone” Arrington is known for blending jazz and R&B through soulful live performances that connect deeply with audiences. A performer with Dayton roots and a passion for live music\, SaxTone has shared his sound throughout the region while also performing with the legendary Zapp Band.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/jazz-fest-w-lao-tizer-band-ft-elliott-yamin/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Feelin’ Alright! A Celebration of Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs & Englishmen
DESCRIPTION:Step back to 1970 and experience the raw\, electrifying energy of Joe Cocker’s legendary Mad Dogs & Englishmen Tour brought to life by some of Dayton’s finest musicians. Local powerhouse vocalist Matt Byanski leads this massive ensemble through the classic songs from the Deluxe soundtrack that accompanied the iconic 1971 concert film. Covering the invaluable role of the great Leon Russell\, veteran Dayton rockers Nick Mitchell and Jimmy Rogers bring decades of stage experience to the guitar and keys. True to the spirit of the original tour\, this show goes big — featuring a 10-piece choir led by Sharon Lane\, Kat Givens\, Khrys Blank\, and Vicki Brown alongside a roster of talented local singers. And just like Cocker’s famous lineup\, the band rolls with dual kit drummers Josh Johnson and Steve Phelps\, anchored by percussionist Erich Reith. This is more than a tribute. It’s a full-scale revival of one of rock’s greatest live moments\, performed by a community of musicians who live for this music. He’s gonna need a little help from his friends — and they showed up. How to Go Date: Friday\, November 6\, 2026 Venue: The Brightside\, Dayton\, OH Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM Tickets: $20 advance / $25 day of show *Reserved Tables: Available Ages: All ages welcome *Tables can only be purchased one at a time. If you want multiple tables\, please make multiple purchases.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/feelin-alright-a-celebration-of-joe-cockers-mad-dogs-englishmen/
LOCATION:The Brightside\, 905 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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